In a desperate attempt to sway an election just days before voters head to the polls, DSA-backed candidate Jibreel Jalloh and his supporters have chosen to spread false allegations involving my family rather than discuss the issues that matter to the people of the 59th Assembly District.
The latest attack attempts to portray a private family dispute as a case of deed theft. Let me be clear: deed theft is a serious crime. It has devastated families, stolen generational wealth and harmed homeowners throughout New York City. It is not a political talking point, and it should never be weaponized for campaign purposes.
As a member of the New York State Assembly, I recently voted to approve a state budget that includes more than $40 million to combat deed theft, strengthen homeowner protections and help prevent New Yorkers from becoming victims. I understand how serious deed theft is because I have worked to help fight it. That is why I find it especially troubling to see such a serious issue being misused as part of a political campaign.
The allegations being circulated involve a longstanding dispute between a daughter and her father, who happens to be my husband. In response to the false claims being spread, my husband publicly addressed the matter in a video, and my mother-in-law appeared alongside him. Despite that, political operatives have continued to push a false narrative in an effort to influence this election.
Unfortunately, this is becoming a pattern. We recently saw similar tactics used in the Assembly race in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where accusations and misinformation became part of the political strategy. Time and again, DSA-backed campaigns and their allies resort to political theater instead of engaging voters on the issues that matter most. Recently, DSA-backed State Senator Jabari Brisport was forced to apologize after making false claims about his opponent, Marlon Rice. Yet the same playbook continues to be used over and over again.
Enough is enough.
Our communities deserve better than lies, distortions and last-minute smear campaigns. Residents deserve leaders who spend their time solving problems, delivering resources and improving neighborhoods, not manufacturing controversy for political gain.
While my opponents focus on distractions, I remain focused on results. Together with community leaders, local organizations and residents, we have secured tens of millions of dollars in funding for schools, parks, homeowners, seniors, youth programs, public safety initiatives, small businesses and community organizations throughout Canarsie, Flatlands, Marine Park, Mill Basin, Bergen Beach, Georgetown and Gerritsen Beach.
This election is about the future of our district. It is about who has the experience, relationships and proven record to continue delivering resources and fighting for our neighborhoods.
On June 23rd, I am asking my supporters, neighbors, friends and community members to come out and vote. Your vote will help ensure that we continue bringing resources, services and opportunities back to our district. Together, we can keep our focus on progress, results, and community, and keep our district free from lies, deceit and political gamesmanship.
I am proud of my record, proud of the work we have accomplished together and proud to serve the people of the 59th Assembly District. I trust the voters will see through these distractions and make their decision based on truth, results and what is best for our community.
Assemblymember Jaime Williams
59th Assembly District
